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Il Civico
Tapas
Recommended multiple times as the restaurant’s standout offering; reviews praise the wide variety, freshness, and top-notch quality of the tapas selection.
House wine
Frequently mentioned as very good, crisp, and great value, making it a consistently praised drink pairing with the food.
Paella
Specifically highlighted as outstanding, with reviewers calling out both the regular paella and the fish paella of Sassari as especially enjoyable.
Wild boar burger
Called outstanding in one review and singled out as one of the best dishes on the menu.
Cheesecake
Mentioned as outstanding and part of the group of dishes that impressed diners most.
Calamari
Repeatedly ordered and praised as excellent, including fried calamari and calamari among the small dishes.
Empanadas
Mentioned as part of a highly enjoyed meal, with both vegetarian and meat versions included among the excellent small dishes.
Onion bread
Specifically praised as fantastic and served as a memorable starter for all customers.
Location details
Via Pettenadu, 4, Sassari, Metropolitan City of Sassari, 07100, IT
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7:30 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Il Civico
Il Civico is an Italian and Mediterranean restaurant in Sassari, in the Metropolitan City of Sassari, known for tapas and Sardinian dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh food, fair or affordable prices, and friendly service. Commonly mentioned dishes include sheep arrosticini, sweet bread, cordula, picanha, paella, and other small plates. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a bar onsite.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Il Civico known for?
Il Civico is best known for its tapas-style menu and Sardinian specialties in Sassari, especially small plates that let people try several dishes in one meal. Reviewers repeatedly mention the house wine, paella, and local items like cordula, sheep arrosticini, and sweet bread as standouts.
What dishes are most recommended at Il Civico?
Reviewers most often highlight paella, fried calamari, tuna carpaccio, empanadas, tripe, wild boar burger, cheesecake, cordula, sheep arrosticini, and sweet bread. People also mention the onion bread starter and say the food is fresh, well presented, and good value for the price.
What is the atmosphere like at Il Civico?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, casual, and a little trendy, with a unique alcove-like street setting and outdoor seating. It seems to work well for lunch, dinner, solo dining, and groups, and reviewers often mention the staff being welcoming and patient when explaining the menu.
Is Il Civico good value, and what is the price range?
Il Civico is priced at €20 to 30, and many reviewers say the prices are fair, very affordable, or regular for the quality. Some note that portions can be small compared with the price, but others say the house wine and multi-dish tapas approach make it a good-value meal in Sassari.
Do you need a reservation or should you plan ahead?
Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which fits the restaurant’s popularity for those meals. Reviewers also mention that the staff can be understaffed at busy times, so you may need patience when ordering or asking for the bill.
Is parking available at Il Civico?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Il Civico have vegetarian options?
Yes, Il Civico offers vegetarian options.
Is Il Civico kid-friendly?
Yes, Il Civico is good for kids.
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